Structural Analyst

Company: Genesis Engineering
Location: Lanham
Posted on: February 21, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description About Genesis Engineering Solutions Genesis Engineering Solutions (GES) is a leading provider of innovative engineering services, specializing in aerospace solutions that meet the industry's most demanding standards. As a small, agile contractor, we pride ourselves on providing "big company" impact with a "small company" feel—where every employee’s contribution is visible and valued. Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented Structural Analyst to join our team. You will contribute to the full lifecycle of flight hardware development, from initial concept through design maturation and final delivery. You will join a high-tech team dedicated to unleashing the talents of engineers to solve complex aerospace challenges. You will be an integral part of the development process, performing trade studies, defining load paths, and verifying that every component is sized correctly for strength, stiffness, and mass efficiency. At Genesis, we don’t work in silos. Our Mechanical Design Engineers and Structural Analysts operate as a unified front to solve the hardest problems in space flight. Iterative Innovation: Our designers use state-of-the-art software to "Dream It," while our analysts provide modeling and simulation to prove "How It Works." The Feedback Loop: You will participate in a constant back-and-forth where analysis results directly inform CAD updates. This ensures our hardware is optimized for launch and beyond. Mission Success: By integrating sizing, mass calculations, and trade studies into the design phase, we deliver high-fidelity solutions that meet stringent NASA and commercial milestones. Key Responsibilities Structural Modeling & Simulation: Develop and maintain Finite Element Models (FEM). Verify that models accurately reflect physical behaviors, material properties, and boundary conditions. Structural hand calculations: Perform hand calculations using classical analysis theory to assess load paths, implement trade studies, and provide early-stage feedback to the design team. Sizing & Optimization: Perform part sizing for strength and stiffness. Execute trade studies on materials, joints, and configurations to optimize fitness, form, and function. Load Definition: Define external loads and generate internal load paths. Document free-body diagrams and ensure load paths are clearly understood by the design team. Mass Management: Perform mass and Mass Growth Allowance (MGA) analyses. Account for non-structural mass such as adhesives, shims, and coatings. Verification & Reporting: Author comprehensive Structural Analysis Reports. Calculate Margins of Safety and perform fatigue and damage tolerance assessments. Presentations: Present summary of analysis findings to relevant stakeholders. Test Support: Define testing scopes and development activities required to validate analytical assumptions and manufacturing methods. Required Qualifications Education: B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering. Experience: 0-5 years’ professional experience in mechanical or aerospace engineering. Technical Expertise: Strong fundamental knowledge of classical hand calculations and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) theory. Attention to Detail: Experience following strict customer-defined reporting structures and rigorous documentation standards. Communication: Ability to translate complex analytical results into actionable design recommendations for CAD engineers and stakeholders. Eligibility: Must be a U.S. Citizen (due to government contract requirements) Desired Qualifications M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering. Proficiency with industry-standard FEA tools (e.g., NASTRAN/PATRAN, FEMAP, or ANSYS). Proficiency with engineering CAD software (e.g. Creo, SolidWorks) Familiarity with industry analysis and testing standards such as GEVS 7000, NASA-STD-5001, and MMPDS. Supervisory Responsibility: This position has no supervisory responsibility . Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit or stand. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or type using key boards, The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This position is full-time 40 hours per week. Typically, day and core hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Travel : Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental Insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Supplemental Pay: Bonus pay (discretionary) Eligibility: In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. AAP/EEO STATEMENT : We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Reasonable accommodation is available for individuals with disabilities. We encourage applications from veterans and individuals with diverse experiences. Our hiring practices are designed to promote equal employment opportunities for all. If you meet these qualifications and feel this will be a good fit for you, please apply with a cover letter and resume via the weblink below. Your cover letter should help us get to know you in a way your resume doesn't. Apply through ADP career center with your cover letter & resume to OpenPositions@GenesisESI.com

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